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Fossil – The preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms, used as evidence for studying evolution.

Punctuated Equilibrium – A theory suggesting that evolutionary changes occur in rapid bursts rather than gradually over long periods.

Neo-Darwinism – A modern synthesis of Darwin’s theory of evolution with Mendelian genetics, emphasizing the role of mutations and recombination in evolution.

Lamarckism – Jean-Baptiste Lamarck’s theory that organisms inherit traits acquired during their lifetime (disproven by modern genetics).

Gene Flow – The transfer of genetic material between populations, often leading to increased genetic diversity.

Genetic Drift – Random changes in allele frequencies within a population, affecting genetic variation over time.

Mutation – A change in DNA sequence that can introduce genetic variations, playing a key role in evolution.

Survival of the Fittest – A concept in Darwinian evolution stating that individuals best adapted to their environment have higher reproductive success.

Natural Selection – A mechanism of evolution proposed by Charles Darwin, where organisms with favorable traits survive and reproduce more successfully.